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Wellness
The 10 Best Hip Stretches for Men (and Anyone Else Who Sits All Day)
Physical therapists share their favorite ways to loosen up your hip flexors.
By Emily Laurence
Wellness
Why Low-Impact Exercises Can Lead to Huge Gains
Looking for a less exhausting approach to fitness? Get on the LISS train.
By Tom Ward
Wellness
How Relaxing in a Sauna After a Workout Can Improve Your V02 Max, and 7 Other Benefits You Should Know About
A cardiologist, a neurologist, and a dermatologist share eight science-backed benefits to a schvitz.
By Emily Laurence
Wellness
Push vs. Pull: Why Doing Sets of Both Exercises Is the Best Way to Make Gains
Opposites attract.
By David Taylor
Wellness
The Best Warm-Up and Cool-Down Routines to Get the Most Out of Your Workouts
Committing to warming up and cooling down properly is far more important than gutting out that last rep.
By David Taylor
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All the erg-onomic equipment you need for a full-body workout.
By Kristen Geil
Wellness
How to Get Shredded the Right Way
Dropping body fat can be a long and perilous process. Instead of relying on shortcuts, chemicals, and crash diets, why not do it correctly?
By Tom Ward
Wellness
Resistance Bands Versus Weights: Why You Should Add Both to Your Workout
Resistance bands are great if you’re on the go—but experts say they're a worthy addition to a session even at a well-equipped gym.
By Tom Ward
Wellness
How Many Reps Is Too Many? Here's What the Experts Have to Say
Arnold Schwarzenegger does a 360-rep finisher and calisthenics warriors go until they drop—but how many reps are actually good for you? We did some heavy lifting on one of the biggest fitness quandaries.
By Tom Ward
Wellness
Why Protecting Your Joints Should Be Your Number-One Workout Priority
Forget running faster or lifting heavier—here's the case for working out for joint health.
By Phil Hilton
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The Best Home Gym Equipment Means You Never Again Have To Sweat Around Strangers
Whether you've got $100 or $5,000, here's how to get a pump without a monthly membership.
By Jen Ator
Wellness
The Real-Life Diet of Furiosa Stunt Double Luke Davis, Who Works Out to Match the Actor He's Doubling
The stunt performer caught up with GQ about rapidly changing his diet from movie to movie, recovering from injuries, and the hardest hit of his career.
By Phil Schneider
Wellness
How to Train With Heart Rate Zones
Knowing exactly how hard your body is working will level up your fitness.
By Hannah Singleton
Wellness
Is ‘Run Fast, Squat Heavy’ the Ultimate Compromise Between Cardio and Strength Training?
Studies suggest that a mix of lifting and running is better for overall health and longevity than either workout in isolation—here’s a particularly intense way to do it.
By Lauren Wingenroth
Wellness
The Real-Life Diet of Jeremy Renner, Who Says Pain Is Just a Construct of the Brain
The Hurt Locker and Avengers actor talked to GQ about the fitness and wellness routine he's maintaining after his 2023 accident, his pre-workout routine, and a newfound perspective on trauma.
By Jon Gugala
Wellness
The Best Way to Keep Your Knees Healthy Is to Use Them
Many guys avoid workouts like running and squats for fear of damaging their knees, but experts who spoke with GQ say the risks of not working your joints are far greater.
By Ellen O'Brien
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The Best Gym Bags Are the Best Bags, Period
Eleven do-anything duffles sturdy enough for the everyday and stylish enough for a weekend away.
By Jake Woolf and Will Porter
Wellness
Is Non-Alcoholic Beer a Good Sports Drink?
NA beer is hydrating and has carbs for fuel—could it outperform good old Gatorade? Here’s what sports dietitians have to say.
By Emily Laurence
Wellness
Why a VO2 Max Test Reveals So Much About Overall Health and Longevity
Hardcore endurance athletes have tracked the metric for decades, but it is increasingly touted as a measure of fitness and health for the average person.
By Emily Abbate
Wellness
The Best High-Protein Snacks for Hitting Your Macros on the Go
Serious athletes need more protein than the average guy.
By Emily Laurence